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Spacetop's gigantic virtual laptop screen is ready to launch
Sightful's Spacetop, a Windows app that allows you to work in an augmented-reality workspace featuring a 100-inch virtual laptop screen, is ready for you to buy.
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Laptop makers, I'm begging you to add another USB-C port
USB-C ports belong on both sides of a laptop. Every laptop. Please let me charge on both sides, there's no reason not to do it.
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I switched from Windows PCs to Chromebooks and haven't looked back
Here are several reasons why I now mainly use ChromeOS and only boot up Windows when I absolutely need to.
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Anker's 14-port USB-C hub with dual 4K HDMI is now 28% off
Turn one laptop port into fourteen with this nifty accessory, now on sale for $54 (was $75) on Amazon.
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Get this budget-friendly HP laptop with 16GB RAM for under $400
This affordable design is more than enough to handle Windows, and it's on sale for a shockingly low price.
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Get Lenovo's RTX-powered touchscreen OLED laptop for $550 off
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is a powerhouse machine for all purposes, and it's on sale for just $1,149 at B&H.
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HP pays out $4 million in class action suit for false advertising
You might be eligible for $10-100 back if you bought a laptop or desktop from HP's online store from 2021-2024. HP has admitted no wrongdoing.
Deal
Score Acer's touchscreen AI laptop with 16GB RAM for just $570
The Acer Aspire 14 AI is an all-around great Copilot+ laptop with solid specs, and it's a real bargain at this price.
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Pick up Anker's 5-port USB-C hub with 4K HDMI support for just $25
If you need more ports on your laptop, get the Anker 5-in-1 USB-C hub on Amazon.
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This $820 RTX-powered HP gaming laptop is a killer value buy
The HP Victus 15 is a solid mid-range gaming laptop and it just dropped to $820 at Best Buy.
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Buying a laptop? Wait! I beg you to consider a mini PC instead
If you don't need the portability of a laptop, a mini PC gets you more for your money.
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Get Lenovo's super-slim AI OLED laptop for $300 off right now
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x got a near-perfect review from us and it's just $900 (was $1200) if you get it right now.
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Buying a budget laptop? Don't go below these minimum specs
If you want an affordable laptop that won't drive you crazy, pay attention to these crucial specs.
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Intel wants laptops to become as modular as desktop PCs
A senior executive said that Intel is making laptops more modular, as part of a bid to make them more flexible and easy to repair. But only Framework appears to be really taking action from a consumer standpoint.
Deal
Amazing! Snag this HP laptop with 16GB of RAM for just $325
The 14-inch EliteBook G8 was already affordable at $600. It's a steal now that you can snag it for nearly half off on eBay!
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This slim-and-fast 20K laptop power bank is a whopping 52% off today
The Baseus Blade portable charger is portable, speedy, and affordable now that it's only $48 (was $100) on Amazon!
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An army of Nvidia's affordable GeForce RTX 5060 laptops are coming soon
Nvidia's new GeForce RTX 5060 gaming laptops will be here in May, starting at $1100.
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Tariffs actually helped the PC industry grow…for now
Analyst firms agree that the PC industry experienced a surge of growth as PC vendors tried to import PCs to beat the Trump administration's tariffs. But they're more pessimistic on the future.
Deal
This Dell laptop with a touchscreen and 16GB of RAM is just $550
The Inspiron 15 is definitely on the budget side, but it's packing plenty of memory and storage, plus a handy touchscreen that's hard to find at this price.
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Acer's AI-ready OLED laptop is a real bargain now that it's $450 off
The sleek and stylish Acer Swift 16 AI is only $800 (was $1,250) at Best Buy right now.
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Get this Acer gaming laptop with RTX 4070 for a crazy $600 off
Acer's Predator Helios Neo 14 is normally $1,500, but you can get this refurbished one (with a 2-year warranty) on eBay for 40% off.
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Samsung's Galaxy Book4 daily driver laptop is 33% off right now
Get the Samsung Galaxy Book4 for $300 off at Best Buy with this hefty discount.
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When PC vendors tell you what's going on with tariffs, pay attention
Some PC vendors are now revealing what they expect to pay for computer components after tariffs, extremely valuable information for consumers hoping to save money while building or buying PCs.
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Buying a laptop before China tariffs kick in? Don't fall for these tricks
Take a breath, slow down, and make sure you aren't being taken advantage of in the midst of tariff-driven chaos.
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Microsoft debuts the most beautiful Surface ever for you to win
Microsoft has launched the Surface Laptop 50th Anniversary Exclusive, a commemorative laptop with a special gold accent and vintage Microsoft logo. And it's yours to win, for free.
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Framework Laptop 12 now up for pre-order in the US for $549
The more affordable 2-in-1 is now available to buy in Framework's home territory, after a tumultuous week dodging Trump tariffs and taxes.
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This superb Ryzen 9 laptop with RTX 4070 is $470 off right now
The Asus ROG Strix G17 is on sale for just $1,529 at B&H.
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31 work-from-home tech products that will supercharge your office
Looking to upgrade your work-from-home setup? We've got you covered with the best tech products to help transform your home office into something your coworkers can only envy.
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Framework 'pauses' some laptop sales in response to tariffs
Framework said that it had 'paused' and removed certain low-end models of its existing Framework 13 laptops in response to recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Prices are still in flux.
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Framework delays Laptop 12 pre-orders in the U.S. due to tariffs
Framework's first 2-in-1 design, announced to compete with budget "craptops," will be available for order next week. But how much will it cost?
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Acer's excellent productivity laptop with touchscreen is $300 off
The Acer Swift Go 14 is now on sale for $649 at B&H.
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Chromebook setup tips: 9 tasks I perform every time I start fresh
Whether you just bought a brand-new Chromebook or reset yours to ground zero, here are some things you should do right off the bat.
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Razer laptops vanish from Razer's site as tariffs skyrocket
As President Trump threatens a 104 percent tariff on China imports, Razer's gaming laptops have disappeared from Razer.com.
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This $10 USB-C hub with 4K HDMI support has never been cheaper
Ugreen's Revodok 5-port USB-C hub is now 38% off on Amazon.
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This Core 5 laptop with 16GB RAM is a budget-friendly steal for $384
Acer is offering a refurbished laptop at an unbeatable price, with a two-year warranty to assuage any concerns.
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Beyond tariffs: 4 other ways phones, PCs & gadgets could suffer in 2025
For decades, we’ve taken technology’s forward progress for granted. That may change in the coming months.
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By the numbers: Tariffs on laptops & PC hardware punish your wallet
A complex set of factors will decide the ultimate effect of U.S. tariffs on tech imports, but even a glance at hard numbers for a 20 percent hike is sobering.
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'Expect pain at the cash register.' I asked PC insiders about tariff impacts
Are all devices affected? How fast will costs jump? Is it a flat 54 percent increase? Will only U.S. residents take the hit? We answer these questions and more.
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U.S. tariffs disrupt the tech industry: 8 vital things you need to know
Costs are rising rapidly and might continue to do so—but that’s not the only change you should expect. We lay it out quickly for you.
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Vaio is advertising 'tariff free' laptop prices for a limited time
Vaio is promoting current prices on laptop stock that hasn't yet been affected by the Trump administration's punishing import taxes.
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Nvidia RTX 5060 and 5050 laptops spotted from Lenovo, LG, and Razer
Cheaper gaming and media laptops with discrete Nvidia cards might be on the way soon, though there's still uncertainty over when they'll be available.
Deal
Lenovo's RTX-powered Core i7 gaming laptop is $400 off today
Get the Lenovo Legion 7i for nearly 24% off at Best Buy!
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Hurry! Get this Asus OLED laptop with 16GB RAM for $550, today only
Best Buy is offering a great deal on a Lunar Lake laptop with solid specs for $400 off, but it's only good for today.
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Get this excellent Acer Swift laptop with 16GB RAM for just $549
This limited-time promo sees a laptop with plenty of RAM and great battery life going for $400 off its list price at B&H.
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Asus' 3K OLED laptop with killer battery life is $400 off right now
The Asus Zenbook S 14 is an absolute beast when it comes to productivity and longevity. Grab it now for just $1,000 at Best Buy!
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MediaTek's 'Ultra' Chromebook chips promise killer Minecraft power
MediaTek launches its Kompanio Ultra brand of Chromebook processors, bringing top-tier AI to Chromebooks along with excellent performance and battery life.
Deal
Save $250 on this RTX 4060 gaming laptop with 32GB RAM
That's a 23% discount for the Gigabyte G6 KF gaming laptop at Best Buy.
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This 3-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock with 4K HDMI adapter is 42% off
Plugable's 3-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock comes with an additional adapter, and it's on sale for $75 (was $130) on Amazon.
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Amazon Spring Sale 2025: Last chance to save on laptops, USB drives, SSDs, and more
Amazon's Big Spring Sale event is ending! Here are some of the best deals you can still score right now.
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